Types of Government

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Types of Governmentand Economic SystemsDemocracyMonarchyAuthoritarianism- Rule by a single leader or group- Leader(s) have not been elected - Leader(s) have absolute power and authorityAnarchyTypes of Government-Decisions are made based on the individual's vote on the matter.-Difficult with large populations- Ex: New England Town Hall meetingsDirect DemocracyRepresentative Democracy- Individuals have majority vote on those who represent them in a law making body.- Easier than direct democracy in larger populations Absolute Monarchy

- Monarch makes ALL decisions.- Acts as Head of State and Head of GovernmentConstitutional Monarchy- Monarch acts as Head of State Only (Ceremonial)-Ex: Spain, Sweden, Great BritainPower is given based on birthright. Power is kept until end of Monarchy, death or abdication.What is the difference between Head of State and Head of Government? What is the President of the United States?OligarchyDictatorshipPower is held by an individual- Power held by a small groupSimilarities and Differences??Totalitarian- Extreme form or authoritarianismHolds Total Power- Seeks control over public and private life - Ex: Economy, education, science, private life, etc.Type of rule usually imposed by dictators in which the Government's control extends to almost all aspects of people's lives. Ex: Stalin's Five Year planAmerican GovernmentAmerican Government - a constitution based FEDERAL

REPUBLIC with DEMOCRATIC tendencies.Federal - a central government shares power with a number of small local governments.

Republic - a country that has no monarch. The head of the country is an elected official.

Democracy - The authority rests with the people, either directly or indirectly

The absence of governmentHow sustainable is this type of government?Economic SystemsTotalitarianCommunism

Capitalism- Government owns all businesses- Rich people are wicked and selfish. - Factories and other property should be owned by the state.- A government involved in every aspect of life.- At elections, people should only be allowed to choose who they are told to.- The Press should never criticize government.- Religious belief not important.- People own their own businesses- People should be free to make as much money as they can.- Factories and companies should be owned by individuals and companies.- Government should not interfere in citizens lives.- The Press should be able to criticize government.The government should not interfere in religion.